Ship's Doctor and Expedition Course 26 February - 12 March 2028
Once in a life ANTARKTIS

Are you looking for an expedition sea voyage that focuses entirely on the icy continent? We have just what you are looking for. Join us on an adventure trip to discover the Antarctic Peninsula that is second to none.

11-day trip in a comfortable guaranteed cabin, including flights from/to the United Kingdom
Overnight stay in Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina with its beautiful old town
Crossing the Drake Passage
Landings with expedition boats in the midst of untouched nature – the exact landing programme depends on weather conditions
February/March: best conditions for whale watching
Are you looking for an expedition sea voyage where the icy continent takes centre stage? Then you've come to the right place. Join us on an adventure like no other as we explore the Antarctic Peninsula.

Topics covered in the ship's doctor course include:
⚓Ship's doctor at Hurtigruten ⚓ On-board hospital & on-board pharmacy ⚓ Anaesthesia & emergency medicine in Antarctica ⚓ Acute appendicitis in Antarctica ⚓ Visceral surgery & Decision-making for surgical care at sea ⚓ Rural (sea) healthcare ⚓ Internal medicine sonography on expedition ships ⚓ Basic safety instructions ⚓ Medical challenges on expeditions and in Antarctica ⚓ Radio communication procedures & Helicopter rescue at sea ⚓Traumatology in the ice ⚓ Training and equipment of the ship's doctor ⚓ Altitude and expedition medicine ⚓ Seasickness in the Drake Passage ⚓ Hypothermia & Drowning ⚓ Dentistry at sea ⚓ ‘Animal’ dangers from the sea ⚓ Sexual assault at sea ⚓ and much more ⚓